| Author (Corporate) | European Commission: DG Communication |
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| Series Title | Statement |
| Series Details | STATEMENT/17/1910 (04.07.17) |
| Publication Date | 04/07/2017 |
| Content Type | News |
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Background: Unannounced inspections are a preliminary step into suspected anti-competitive practices. The fact that the Commission carries out such inspections does not mean that the companies are guilty of anti-competitive behaviour nor does it prejudge the outcome of the investigation. The European Commission confirmed on 4 July 2017 that its officials had carried out unannounced inspections at the premises of companies active in motor insurance in Ireland. The inspections were a result of concerns that the companies involved may have engaged in anti-competitive practices in breach of EU antitrust rules that prohibit cartels and restrictive business practices and/or abuse of a dominant market position. |
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| Source Link | Link to Main Source http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_STATEMENT-17-1910_en.htm |
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| Subject Categories | Internal Markets |
| Countries / Regions | Europe, Ireland |
